Advanced Organics Carbon Based Fertilizers Inc. DBA EarthWorks Natural Organic Products SAFETY DATA SHEET Revision Date 02.19.2016 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION 1.1 Product identifiers Product Name: Earthworks Ecolite 1.2 Recommended use of the mixture Identified uses: Soil amendment 1.3 Suppliers details Company: EarthWorks, 30 Morgan Hill Rd., Easton, PA 18042, USA Telephone: +1 800-732-8873 Fax: +1 610-250-7840 1.4 Emergency telephone number: +1 610-250-9560 2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION 2.1 Classification of the mixture GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Eye irritation H319 Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory system, H335 2.2 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements Pictogram: Single word: Warning GHS Hazard statements H319 H335 Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. Precautionary Statements P261 P264 P280 P304+P340 Avoid breathing dust Wash skin thoroughly after handling Wear eye protection IF INHALED: remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Page 1 of 6
P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician if you feel unwell P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention P403+233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations 2.3 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS None 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 3.1 Substances CAS Number Zeolite 1318-02-1 4. FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1 Description of first aid measures General Advice Consult a physician. If inhaled Move person into fresh air. Consult a physician. In case of skin contact Wash off with soap and water. In case of eye contact Flush eyes with water as a precaution for 15 minutes. If swallowed Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician. 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Symptoms/injuries after skin contact Red skin on contiguous contact with skin. Symptoms/injuries after eye contact Rinse with water. Take victim to ophthalmologist. Symptoms/injuries after ingestion Gastrointestinal complaints. vomiting, nausea, diarrhea. 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES 5.1 Suitable extinguishing media Alcohol-resistant foam or carbon dioxide can be used as extinguishing materials. Page 2 of 6
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Unknown 5.3 Advice for firefighters Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary. 5.4 Further information 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing dust. Ensure adequate ventilation. 6.2 Environmental precautions Do not let product enter drains. 6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Pick up without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Reuse if not contaminated by other materials 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1 Precautions for safe handling Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. Normal measures for preventive fire protection. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Keep container dry and tightly closed. 7.3 Specific end use(s) No other specific uses are stipulated. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1 Control parameters Component CAS No. Value Control Parameters Basis Zeolites, Crystalline aluminosilicates 1318-02-1 TWA 1.0 mg m -3 USA. ACGIH (TLV) 8.2 Exposure controls Appropriate engineering controls Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. 8.3 Personal protective equipment Eye/face protection Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Page 3 of 6
Skin protection Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Wash and dry hands. Body Protection Impervious work clothes. Respiratory protection For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator. For higher level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Control of environmental exposure Do not let product enter drains. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties Appearance Odor Odor threshold ph Melting point Boiling point Flash point Evaporation rate Flammability Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits Vapor pressure Vapor density Water solubility N-octanol partition coefficient Auto ignition temperature Decomposition temperature Viscosity Explosive properties Oxidizing properties Light gray powder None Insoluble 9.2 Other safety data 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY 10.1 Reactivity 10.2 Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions 10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions 10.4 Conditions to avoid Avoid moisture. Page 4 of 6
10.5 I Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases 10.6 Hazardous decomposition products 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION 11.1 Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity LD50 Oral >10,000 mg kg -1 Rat Skin corrosion/irritation No skin irritation Serious eye damage/eye irritation Irritant Respiratory or skin sensitization Germ cell mutagenicity Carcinogenicity IARC: Group 3, volume 68 - Not classified as an identified or probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC. ACGIH: No components of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by ACGIH. NTP: No components of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP. OSHA: No components of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA. Reproductive toxicity Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure Inhalation may cause respiratory irritation. Aspiration hazard Additional Information Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause damage to the lungs. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION 12.1 Toxicity 12.2 Persistence and degradability Non-degradable Page 5 of 6
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential 12.4 Mobility in soil Immobile 12.5 Results of PBT and vpvb assessment 12.6 Other adverse effects 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS 13.1 Waste treatment methods No special considerations. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of nonrecyclable material. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION DOT (US) Not dangerous goods 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION SARA 302 Components No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302. SARA 313 Components No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 313. TSCA Inventory Not listed California Proposition 65 Components This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity. 16. OTHER INFORMATION The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and should be used only as a guide. No representations, warranty or guarantee is made as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. No warranty of merchantability, fitness for any other purpose other than the identified use stated herein. No other warranty, expressed or implied is made concerning the information herein provided Page 6 of 6